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Coalition of Black Trade Unionists - Memphis Chapter
(CBTU Memphis) • Founded 1972
The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) Memphis Chapter is a local chapter of the national CBTU organization, founded in 1972. CBTU was established to address the concerns of Black workers within the American labor movement and to increase their participation and influence in unions. The Memphis Chapter works to organize Black workers, advocate for economic justice, fight discrimination in the workplace, and build bridges between the labor movement and the African American community.
- Black worker advocacy
- Union organizing support
- Economic justice campaigns
- Leadership development
- Community bridge-building
- Anti-discrimination efforts
Dues
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Membership Requirements
Union members and supporters committed to advancing Black workers
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The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) is the voice of Black workers within the labor movement. Founded in 1972, CBTU fights for racial justice, economic equity, and workers' rights. The Memphis Chapter brings this mission home — advocating for working families, building solidarity across unions, and empowering the next generation of labor leaders.
Join CBTU to connect with fellow trade unionists, attend local and national events, participate in community outreach, and make your voice heard in the fight for working people.
members
Memphis area members
Headquarters
Memphis, Tennessee
Founded
1972
